![]() ![]() ![]() The underlayment is stated to provide moisture barrier at a rate of less than 0.21 pounds per 24 hrs at 1,000 sq ft, but also has 5 pinholes per sq. it is not the cheapest underlayment, but it is worth every penny because the quality is so much higher compared to other types of underlayment, that is it really an investment worth spending your money on. Using laminate with underlayment attached to the panels is also an option and it will only double the soundproofing effect.Īt $0.60 per sq. It will take any small imperfections and provide a nice and even, non-stick surface for the laminate flooring. This is achieved by reaching a compression of 1/3 of the thickness, up to 0.5mm at 65 psi. Although I have not seen the tape from this manufacturer, I used a regular paper tape and it did the job.Įven though the underlayment is not be installed in multiple layers, only one will suffice in providing great sound insulation by not only dampening small vibrations, but also being able to hold a contour between the subfloor and floor that will distribute weight evenly and eliminate most movement between panels that creates this clicking noise on installations with sub-par underlayment. Installation instruction states that you need to tape off the edges and connect gaps between panels. The underlayment comes at 3.9 x 25.7 feet x 0.059 inch thick and is not supposed to overlap. You can install it safely over a radiant heat system, although you have to keep in mind that it has an R-value of 6.6 per sq. Installed under a laminate flooring, this makes the perfect combination in eliminating that hollow sound you get with other underlayment types. The sound deadening is just superb, mostly due to the extreme tensile strength of the material, the closed cell structure and how it subdues all vibrations. and 1.5 mm thick, this adds so much quality to floating floor installation. Made in Georgia, USA from high density XPS foam, covering 100 sq.ft. ![]()
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